Saltwater gargle:
Mix 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of salt in 8 ounces of warm water and gargle with it for 30 seconds before spitting it out. Repeat this several times a day to help reduce inflammation and ease soreness.
Honey and lemon tea:
Add a tablespoon of honey and a tablespoon of lemon juice to a cup of hot water and stir well. Sip this tea slowly throughout the day to soothe your throat.
Ginger tea:
Boil a few slices of fresh ginger in water for 10 minutes, strain it and add honey and lemon juice to taste. Drink this tea several times a day to help reduce inflammation and ease soreness.
Steam inhalation:
Boil water in a pot and add a few drops of essential oil, such as eucalyptus or peppermint oil. Drape a towel over your head and breathe in the steam for 5 to 10 minutes. This can help ease congestion and soothe your throat.
Marshmallow root tea:
Steep a teaspoon of dried marshmallow root in a cup of hot water for 10 to 15 minutes, strain it and drink the tea. Marshmallow root contains mucilage, which can help coat and soothe the throat.
Apple cider vinegar:
Mix 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with 1 tablespoon of honey in a cup of warm water and drink it slowly. Apple cider vinegar has antimicrobial properties that can help kill bacteria and viruses.
Turmeric milk:
Mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder in a cup of warm milk and add honey to taste. Drink this before bedtime to help reduce inflammation and soothe your throat.
Remember to consult with a doctor or healthcare professional before trying any of these home remedies, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak has several decades of domain-specific experience under his belt. Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak has over 10 years of experience in his field. The clinician treats and manages a wide range of conditions such as Nasal Polyps, Radiation Necrosis in the Neck, Hyperthyroidism, Goiter
Some of the common conditions treated by the ENT surgeon are hearing loss, tonsillitis, and nasal polyps. The cochlear implant helps bypass the damaged ear and also stimulates the auditory nerve. “Tonsillectomy is the surgical removal of your tonsils and is performed if there is a frequent occurrence of tonsillitis.”
Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak
MBBS, MS ( ENT Specialist)Consultant ENT at Kailash Hospital, Greater Noida, U.P., India
ENT Surgeon – Sharda Hospital, Greater Noida
ENT Surgeon at Doxtreat Healthcare, Noida Sector- 20
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